Submitted by OpusVi. Today (September 25, 2024) OpusVi today announced its partnership with the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Care Network (Care Network). In response to the ongoing healthcare staffing crisis exacerbated by burnout and workforce attrition, this collaboration aims to address these challenges by providing critical training and support to healthcare professionals, helping to strengthen […]
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Governor Inslee Proclaims September 28th “First Flight Centennial Celebration Day”
Governor Jay Inslee recently proclaimed Saturday, September 28 to be “First Flight Centennial Celebration Day”. Proclamation is in honor of the eight Army airmen who took off April 6, 1924 from Seattle’s Sand Point Naval Air Station to begin their epic journey. They returned 175 days later “victorious” in being the first nation to circle the earth […]
PSE adds two new clean energy projects in Washington
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is proud to announce two large projects in Washington state that will help add more clean energy to its portfolio. The first is the development of a utility-scale solar facility known as Appaloosa Solar Project that PSE will own and operate. The second is a power purchase agreement signed with BrightNight […]
Find enjoyment this autumn season at the Pierce County Library System
This October, the Pierce County Library System is brewing up fun for all ages! Join in a month-long celebration of eerie tales and chilling activities. From scary stories to spine-tingling art projects, enjoy frightfully fun events for everyone. Events include: Pumpkin Painting Party Have a fun time painting pumpkins. All ages. Thursday, Oct. 10, 3-5 […]
Social Security in Plain Language
The terms and acronyms people use when they talk about Social Security can be a little confusing. Knowing where to find easy-to-understand definitions can be very helpful. We’re here to provide resources to help you understand much of what you need to know about Social Security and our terminology. If there’s a technical term or […]
Thriving Together Small Business Resource Event
The Pierce County Community Navigator team and Metro Parks Tacoma invite you to the Thriving Together Resource Event. This event is ideal for local small business owners and entrepreneurs to network and learn about the resources available to help businesses thrive in Pierce County. October 10, 2024 | 8:30 AM- 12:30 PMThe STAR Center – Journey Hall, 3873 S […]
Pet Vaccine and Wellness Clinic at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting it’s next monthly Vaccine and Wellness Clinic on Saturday, Sept. 28. In partnership with Petco Love, the shelter provides no-cost (while supplies last) and low-cost vaccines, parasite preventatives, and microchips to income-qualifying community members. The clinic operates by appointment only between 9 a.m. and 12 […]
Everest’s Interrogation
Everest has a few more things to complete before he can go to trial and gets called in for an interrogation interview. After the interview, other key witnesses are brought in for questioning, but no one reports they saw him tear up his teddy bear. A polygraph is completed as a final piece of evidence. […]
State unemployment rate drops slightly in August
Washington’s economy added an estimated 1,600 jobs (seasonally adjusted), and the August unemployment rate dipped slightly to 4.8%. “Washington employers continue to add jobs, with significant variation from one industry to the next,” said Anneliese Vance-Sherman, chief labor economist for the Employment Security Department. Goods producers, including construction, manufacturing, and mining and logging industries, experienced […]